Run for the Buds
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Event details
The Run for the Buds 2026 5K takes place on May 9, 2026, in Saint Joseph, Michigan. The course is centered in downtown St. Joseph at the corner of Main and Ship Street, by the St. Joe Post Office. The event is linked to the Blossomtime Festival; proceeds support the Grand Floral Parade and the multi-community festival in Southwest Michigan. The 5K Run is open to participants aged 9 and older.
- 5K Run
- 5K Walk
Registration and race features
Registration opens on November 1, 2025 at 12:00am EDT. The listed entry price is $40 (previously shown as $50). The registration fee includes commemorative "Run for the Buds" swag if registering before April 11, 2026 or while supplies last, a race bib, a race goody bag, a finisher medal, and post-race snacks. A race route image is provided by the organizer for reference. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.